Monarch Rhodesian Ridgebacks
- Chesapeake, VA · 181 miles away
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Laurie H., the breeder behind Monarch Rhodesian Ridgebacks located in Chesapeake, VA. The focus for my breeding program is centered on planning a litter of pups based on temperament, intelligence, maintaining breed standards, and health. Qualities specific to Rhodesian Ridgebacks that are important to my breeding program include: conforming to height standards, weight, color, ridge details, intelligence, temperament, and health.
Q. & A. with Laurie
Why did you start breeding?
I have been part of a breeding program for the majority of my life working with horses, cattle, swine, chickens, mink, and dogs. I am a first time owner of a Rhodesian Ridgeback. I own two RRs, both female. My first RR named Fia is now 3.5 year old. Fia earned her therapy dog certification with Pet Partners when she was 12 months old. She visits patients in nursing homes and visits students in the local schools. Children enjoy Read-with-me and Walk-with-me programs with Fia also. She readily brings smiles to faces as she demonstrates her tricks for everyone. She also enjoys down time and loves to eat. Fia is the only RR in the world to hold a DMWYD Trick Dog Champion Title. She is the third Rhodesian Ridgeback to earn an AKC Trick Dog Elite Performer title. She holds a Therapy Dog title, (THDN) and also has her AKC CGC-A, CGC-U, and Coursing Ability Advanced Dog (CAA) titles. Fia earned her DMWYD Champion Trick titles at 17 months old and AKC Trick Dog Elite Performer title at 3 years old.What makes your program special?
I only breed my dogs when I want a pup for myself and only when I can find an acceptable mate for the litter. There are various temperaments in RRs so choosing the best breeding pair is a very important decision. It is also important to evaluate puppies to determine their best fit with potential owners.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include rd whtn brn nose, wheaten, red wheaten, and rd whtn blk nose. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Laurie
Laurie has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"All pups are considered healthy but sometimes pups are born ridgeless or they may have irregular ridges that are not show standard. Show potential pups will be given full registration with AKC. Refunds for the deposit will be considered on a case by case basis."
Contract & health guarantee
Laurie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Laurie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Laurie directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Laurie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Chesapeake, VA
181 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Newport News/Williamsburg Airport (Patrick Henry Field)
142 miles away
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More about Laurie
Club memberships
Laurie is a member of SHOT (Sight Hound Organization of Tidewater) Lure Coursing Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Laurie has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Laurie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Laurie’s links
Laurie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Monarch Rhodesian Ridgebacks meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Dipper, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Dipper
Dipper is very athletic and loves to be with people.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), +6 more.
Griffin, dad
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Griffin
Griffin loves to run and be with his people.
Excellent health testing
Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Monarch Rhodesian Ridgebacks reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Rhodesian Ridgebacks.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Factor IX Deficiency, Rhodesian Ridgeback Type, Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Profile, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Laurie to bring home their puppies.
Danny L.
Verified owner · June 2023
Laurie was awesome to work with. She is passionate and caring. I couldn’t ask for a better breeder. 10 out of 10.
